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[Papa Tango]

Fujifilm X-T5; NIKKOR AF-S DX 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR

 

[Mickeyess]

Nice shot! Have you looked at it in black and white? I think it would make a very good B&W.
Mick

 

[Papa Tango]

Sort of like this?

 

[Mickeyess]

yes, sort of like this! I like it better than the color version. The black and white has nice tones, light and shadows, and I think intrigue. Looks great!!!

 

[Papa Tango]

I wasn't sure how to treat this. Digital monochrome is not like film--in that, a certain film combined with a certain developer and paper yields a predictable print. Sure, there are lots of filters in my Nik Collection but they don't stack up right in my estimation. Others would disagree...

Much of my usual monochrome usually falls into two camps: high-res, broad contrast or 'gritty' harder contrast. Neither of those well-trod paths looked good on this image. I opted for a smooth, creamier look that could still hold a bit of drama and tension.

It certainly conjures up a different set of feelings...

 

[Gerald Cafferty]